Archive for July, 2010

Fads and trends are tools of manipulation and forms of brainwashing. You have to take control of your life or the world around you will do it for you, but with no regard for you or your Destiny. The world even manipulates those in “High Society,” to play the fad and trend game. The famous red carpet seen prior to some award shows has nothing to do with honoring those nominated. It is all about marketing and making money, which is their bottom line.

The fashion industry goes crazy trying to get the right tuxedo or dress on the right actor or actress – knowing that some sucker will want to buy it after they have worn it once. Moreover, most of the nominees and presenters get goody bags worth thousands of dollars. They are packed with products for them to wear and show, as they happen to be out for their morning coffee, bagel or whatever else. The public sees these items and cannot stop talking about what they saw and how to get one.

It does not matter that the celebrities did not buy the stuff themselves. Nor does it matter how much it cost or that the manufacturer made thousands of the same product – knowing that once exposed, the public will scramble to buy it. However, none of this matters because millions of people have been conditioned to respond this way to the, “latest and greatest” regardless of how ridiculous or expensive it may be. Trust me; this is the oldest con in the book – a trap that takes more than just your money but also your soul (uniqueness).

Side Note: There is nothing wrong with admiring your favorite celebrities. However, do not just admire but also be inspired. Too often, people do not use their admiration of another person’s success as inspiration to obtain their own success. They remain spectators in the game of life instead of players.

Too often, people follow fads and trends with no understanding of what it all means. They work hard to fit into social cliques that have nothing to do with their Destiny. As a result, they allow the world around them to tell them who they are and how they should live – becoming something that is far beneath their potential. The price for this social acceptance is their uniqueness. This is why I say often; why settle for being a carbon copy when you were created to be an original?

The hairstyles, tattoos, body piercings, and baggy pants drooping below the butt are not marks of uniqueness but of conformity. In addition, the only illogical reason for anyone to start smoking is to fit into a group or to appear cool – regardless of the fact that it can cause cancer and early death. Unfortunately, many people rather conform instead of being transformed, by the renewing of their minds. Conformity is only possible when an individual does not know, who they are and where they are going in life.

Just because something has been done for a long time, does not mean we should continue to do it or that it is right. At one time, slavery was acceptable but it was never right. Chasing fads and trends can cost you your Destiny. Therefore, you must learn to appreciate your uniqueness and value what you bring to the world, instead of chasing people or things that you deem valuable. Below are some key words you need to understand:

Unique = existing as the only one or as the sole example; single; solitary in type or characteristics. Having no like or equal; unparalleled; incomparable; not typical; unusual. – Dictonary.com

Original = new; fresh; inventive. An original work, writing, or the like, as opposed to any copy or imitation. A person whose way of thinking or acting is original. – Dictonary.com

Violate the design [for your life] and you forfeit the benefits contained therein. Again, just because we have the right to choose does not mean that every choice is right. For example, married couples who agree to have sex with other married couples are called “Swingers.” Although this lifestyle is consensual and accepted by many, it is still adultery and therefore wrong. The only swinging I’m doing is on a playground with my daughter. Don’t ever get it twisted!

Swingers = a person who indulges in promiscuous sex. A person who engages in the exchanging of spouses for sexual activities (that’s nasty), emphasis added – Dictonary.com

Adultery = voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and someone other than his or her lawful spouse. A violation or breach of a lawful marriage. – Dictonary.com

Being a drug dealer, gang member, homosexual or prostitute are lifestyle choices. However, none of us were destined to participate in these kinds of activities. Therefore, since these activities are lifestyle choices, I have the right to either accept them or reject them and so do you. In addition, these lifestyles should never be, celebrated or supported by the government or taxpayers’ money.

You may be wondering; what any of this has to do with fulfilling one’s Destiny? It is another drastic example of how a negative or positive environment can alter your thinking, your actions, and ultimately your Destiny.

Every major and some minor decision you make determines what happens next in your life. For every action, there is a reaction. The reaction then creates another reaction, resulting in a chain-reaction, or series of events from just one decision. Destiny requires that you make the right decisions at the right moments in order to fulfill it. You must pause at every fork in the road of life and make the right choice. Your Destiny (future) depends on what you do today.